Atty. David H Sholes

Atty. David H Sholes

David H Sholes is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial collections, commercial leasing and 7 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Warwick Warwick 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About David H Sholes at a glance

David H Sholes is a Member based in Warwick, Rhode Island, practicing at Sholes & Sholes. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1968), Massachusetts (1968), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1969), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1973). Educated at Boston University (LL.B., 1968) and Brown University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island (Member, Committee on Business Organizations, 1982) and American Bar Associations Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Warwick, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David H Sholes is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial collections, commercial leasing and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • David practices at Sholes & Sholes in Warwick, RI

Practice Areas Explained

David H Sholes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H Sholes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Warwick are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David H Sholes

Where is David H Sholes's law office located?
David H Sholes's law practice is located in Warwick, Rhode Island. The firm is Sholes & Sholes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David H Sholes handle?
David H Sholes focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has David H Sholes practiced law?
David H Sholes has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did David H Sholes go to law school?
David H Sholes earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact David H Sholes for a consultation?
You can contact David H Sholes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David H Sholes received?
David H Sholes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Boston University
- 1968
A.B.
Brown University
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1968
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973

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